Sydney has become the epicentre of Taylor Swift fandom as the city welcomed the arrival of the 12-time Grammy award-winning artist this week for her much-anticipated Eras Tour from 23-26 February 2024.
Businesses across the city are turning it on for the popstar, with Allianz Stadium, SCG, CommBank Stadium, and Accor Stadium lighting up in a Lavender Haze to commemorate the historic tour which is anticipated to be attended by 320,000 enthusiastic fans.
Visitors landing at Sydney Airport are being welcomed with a Taylor Swift takeover on billboards on Joyce Drive, while many of Sydney’s much-loved establishments have created Taylor-themed experiences throughout the city.
The Eras Tour is not only a musical extravaganza but also a significant tourism and economic booster for Sydney. With an anticipated influx of more than 100,000 visitors from interstate, intrastate and international markets, Destination NSW estimates a substantial economic injection of more than $80 million of visitor spend into the city during the concert period. Business Sydney further anticipates a broader impact, projecting a boost of $133 million to the city’s economy.
In anticipation of tomorrow’s first concert, Swifties across the city have been recreating Taylor’s iconic 2018 ‘Sydney’ chant on social media in the lead-up to the monumental event.
Businesses across Sydney have rolled out a series of special events and activations. Home Bar is hosting an Eras Warm Up and Afterparty, while Oz Jetboating is running a series of Taylor Swift sing-along jet boat rides, taking in the stunning view of Sydney Harbour. Darlinghurst Cafe Harry’s by Guils is hosting a Taylor Swift-themed brunch, while The Argyle is setting the stage for a ‘Taylor Rave’ and Crown Sydney’s Teahouse is hosting a three-course Taylor Swift high tea.
Messina, the beloved Sydney-based gelato brand, is set to delight fans with a special ‘Blank Space Baby’ flavour, and The Rocks cafe The Tea Cosy is also offering limited edition ‘Shake It Off’ milkshakes.
While Sydney braces itself for the start of the Eras Tour, the city has transformed into the ultimate Swifties destination, creating an unforgettable experience for fans and visitors alike.
Sydney, are you ready for it? Your Swiftie adventure awaits.
